Striker's Sister
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2018 · Est. 44 min read

Striker's Sister

Written by Jake Maddox · Illustrated by Katie Wood

Part of the Jake Maddox Sports Stories series

Can Lily step out of her sister's shadow and find her own path on the soccer field?

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72 pages· 5,198 words· Est. 44 min read· 460L
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Bookroo's summary

Lily Davis faces the daunting challenge of living up to her sister Jana's soccer legacy after Jana leaves for basic training. As her parents and coach push her to fill Jana's cleats, Lily struggles with the pressure to become the next all-star striker. Will she succumb to expectations, or discover her own unique strengths on the field? This fast-paced sports story explores the journey of self-discovery and the courage to forge one's own identity amidst high expectations.

From the publisher

Lily Davis’ big sister, Jana, has recently left home for basic training, and Lily really misses her soccer idol. But when Lily’s parents and coach start pushing her to fill Jana’s cleats, the pressure to be like the all-star striker is too much. Can Lily find the strength to be herself? With a glossary, writing prompts, discussion questions, and extra soccer info, this fast-paced Jake Maddox sports story is a win-win for both educators and students!

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
72
Words
5,198
Reading age
8–11
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
460L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.4
F&P level
~M
AR points
1
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
196519
Publication
Published
August 1, 2018
First published
July 31, 2018
Publisher
Capstone Press
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781496563576
LCCN
2018013830

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